Nobody puts baillee in the corner

2023 has been such cruel year for the world, and there are so many things I want to say (most of which I have). 

I’ve learned a lot about myself this year, and to be transparent, I’ve seen a lot of growth in myself I hadn’t previously. 

To give myself something to look back on next year, I wanted to share some things I’ve learned about myself this year. 

And yes, these are all true: 

• I’m about 4-5 years away from being ready for kids. 

• I’m finally ready to start dating again. BUT, I know my worth, and I’m not going to settle for less than I deserve. 

• I CAN be successful writing about pop culture and making YouTube videos in my spare bedroom. 

• I am fully worthy of love. 

• Regularly going to the movies by yourself is one of the best forms of self-care. 

• I CAN write about shared experiences from my life and need to stop worrying about how people will react. 

• People will try to belittle you or tear you down, but it only works if you let them. 

• I have good instincts and a good gut, and I need to always trust them/it. 

• If people act weird about your sobriety, that’s on them. You don’t owe anyone an explanation as to why you don’t drink.  

• Time may heal all wounds, but don’t be afraid to let go of those who inflicted them. 

• Family isn’t (always) blood; it’s made up of those who have been to Hell and back with you and then ask, “Where to next?” 

• I may want to try stand up comedy again. 

• When I have a lot on my mind, I will apparently have sex dreams about members of the Smosh cast.